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If you can see yourself getting excited about a New England fall, then Providence is probably just right for you. It’s true that the winters can be a little harsh, and it definitely rains a lot, but the winters are slightly milder than Boston, not as windy as Chicago, and probably more interesting than the seasonless experience of California or Florida. The most frustrating aspect of Providence weather is its inconsistency. One day it will be unseasonably warm, and the next it will snow. However, this means that the snow doesn’t stay on the ground for very long because as soon as it snows, the weather warms again.

Providence summers are ideal because they don’t get too hot. Summer, spring, and fall are very sunny and pleasant when it’s not raining. The fall foliage gives a nice atmosphere, and while it may be a little chilly out, the air usually smells crisp and clean. It’s important to bring lots of layers because most buildings are kept very hot in the winter, and students will cook in their heavy-winter clothes. Remember to get into the spirit—there are plenty of good sledding hills around. But, it is important to remember that winter isn’t the only season Providence has. The beginning of fall and spring tend to be rainy, but the beginning and end of the school year tend to be bright and sunny. Rhode Island has more than 400 miles of beaches, so bring flip-flops and bathing suits for this time of the year.

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Lilyamelcher

Fashion and Apparel Design '16

1.9

C-

Never Do a Rain Dance.

You will be carrying 50 lbs of supplies with you most places. Plus hat ever masterpiece you spent all night on in the work room. And the school is on a mt. everest like hill. This "hill" is hell in the rain. your work gets wet, you get wet,your supplies weigh you down so everything gets wetter. god forbid it is winter and that rain freezes. if this happens you are better off scootching down on your butt all the way to class, melting the ice with your own tears.

Mar 27, 2012

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jclems415

Architecture '15

2.3

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Well It Is the Northeast

It is cold throughout most of the school year causing it to snow. Once the weather turns nice, everyone hangs out outside.

Jan 03, 2012

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kanggers

Architecture '15

3.1

B-

Bipolar

The weather here is bipolar. Hot one day and cold the next.

Sep 25, 2011

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